Mechanical Engineer

Horstman Inc; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Horstman is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support project-focused responsibilities and detailed design activities. Depending on workload, you may lead project execution or perform hands-on CAD design, analysis, and documentation.

You will design and package suspension systems for heavy vehicles, create 3D CAD models and drawings with GD&T, and collaborate with senior engineers to refine concepts. Occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5-7+ years of engineering design or project engineering experience.
• Strong CAD and drawing skills with SolidWorks.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems for heavy vehicles; strong communication and MS Office.
• Ability to work in project-focused or design-focused roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering projects from concept through production, including requirements management, design reviews, and schedule tracking.
• Develop concept designs, feasibility studies, system trade analyses, and define performance targets.
• Design and package suspension systems, including new components and hydraulic features.
• Create and maintain 3D CAD models, detailed drawings with GD&T, and BOMs using SolidWorks, Creo, and MRP tools.
• Perform stress calculations and basic FEA analyses; select materials and components.
• Coordinate prototyping, testing, validation, and manufacturing support with released drawings and supplier interaction.
• Manage engineering data and file structures within SolidWorks PDM.
• Present project updates and test outcomes to customers and internal teams.
• Collaborate with senior staff to develop new concepts and refine designs.

Skills

SolidWorks CAD

3D CAD modeling

MS Office

Communication skills

Design reviews

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

MRP tools

Job description

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer

Department: 400

Reports To:Director of Engineering

FLSA: Salary - Exempt

Prepared By:Human Resources

HORSTMAN

Horstman is a developer of high-performance independent suspension systems for both the defense industry and commercial markets. Horstman has a pedigree of developing innovative suspension solutions for both tracked and wheeled vehicles since the 1920's. Horstman is looking for driven technical engineers, interested in helping Horstman stay at the forefront of suspension technology for the next 100 years.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION

The Mechanical Engineer (Project or Design Assignment) is a flexible engineering role supporting project-focused responsibilities and detailed design activities. Based on workload and customer program requirements, the engineer may lead project execution or perform hands on CAD design, analysis, and documentation.

PRIMARY FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead engineering projects from concept through production, including requirements management, design reviews, and schedule tracking.


• Develop concept designs, feasibility studies, system trade analyses, and define performance targets aligned with customer needs.


• Design and package suspension systems, including new components, hydraulic features, structural parts, and integration of existing Horstman technologies into new vehicle platforms.


• Create and maintain 3D CAD models, detailed manufacturing drawings with GD&T, and Bills of Materials using SolidWorks, Creo, and MRP tools.


• Perform stress calculations, basic structural/FEA analyses, and select materials, hardware, seals, bearings, gears, and other components.


• Coordinate prototyping, testing, validation, corrective actions, and support manufacturing with released drawings, workflows, ECRs, and supplier interaction.


• Manage engineering data, file structures, and changes within SolidWorks PDM.


• Present project updates, technical data, and test outcomes to customers and internal teams, communicating milestones, risks, and next steps.


• Collaborate with senior engineering staff to develop new concepts and refine existing designs.

BASIC REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's or Mechanical Engineering or related field.


• 5-7+ years of engineering experience in design, project engineering - a combination of both preferred.


• Strong CAD modeling and drawing skills (SolidWorks).


• Knowledge of mechanical systems for heavy commercial or defense vehicle applications. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Proficiency in MS Office.


• Ability to work effectively in either project-focused or design-focused roles depending on assignment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with suspension systems for wheeled or tracked vehicles.


• Knowledge of hydraulic power units, valves, tubing, hoses, and fittings.


• Experience with mil-spec hardware, procurement, and related process specifications. Material experience (stainless, tool steels, titanium, aluminum).


• Stress analysis experience and familiarity with manufacturing processes.


• Experience with damping valve tuning or system-level performance testing.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Occasional travel required (local, national, international)


• May be exposed to various outdoor weather conditions including but not limited to heat, cold, wind, rain and humidity


• Occasional exposure to work near moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; risk of vibration


• Moderate noise level when working in shop environment